Claudia and family:
What can you say about Ott Carpenter? First he was totally devoted to his family and friends, then he was doing what he did best, meeting people, never a stranger, and making their lives better because he was in it in some capacity. So Ott my friend of 48 years," You Were The Man" I bid you farewell you will be truly missed.

Message from Richardson Family

February 19, 2016 11:14 AM

'Throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.' 1 Peter 5:7

A candle was lit by Mark, Tiffany, Ross, and Brandon Smith on February 16, 2016 8:44 PM

Message from Amy and Hillary Little

February 16, 2016 12:21 PM

Dear Claudia and Ronnie,
We were so saddened to hear about Ott. What a great person he was. Hillary said "Ott and Margaret were a Wachapreague institution!". He will surely be missed by many. What wonderful memories you must have. Know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love and blessings, Amy

Message from Richardson Family

February 15, 2016 4:48 PM

And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection . . . . Acts 24:15 May you be comforted during this time.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:01 PM

Thank you.

A candle was lit by Joan H. Shaw on February 15, 2016 11:56 AM

Message from Clare Long

February 14, 2016 10:19 PM

I just wanted to say that the service was so nice. I'm glad I got to see Mr. Ott at your home before he passed. I will never forget him. I'm going to miss our many chats we had in the yard. I will miss seeing him out in the garden. I wanted to share two memories for you and Carrie. The first thing is how much he boasted and went on how proud he was of Carrie. He really really loved her. You could tell by how he talked about her. He also thought a lot of her children. Also Mrs. Margaret always told me about Carrie and all her accomplishments. I thought that would mean a lot for Carrie to know. Also since I moved back home I have had many conversations with Mr. Ott, one that we had many times was about his truck. He absolutely loved and enjoyed that new truck. When he would pull up he would have a huge smile on his face. I'm so glad he got to enjoy that truck. It really meant a lot to him. I'm sorry for your loss but I hope those two memories can bring a smile to Carrie and you. God bless!

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:05 PM

Clare- thank you so much for sharing these stories. He thought so much of you and was so excited when you moved back to Wachapreague. He enjoyed sharing your accomplishments with us as he was very proud of you! Thanks for your personal and professional support during these times.

A candle was lit by Sandie, Richie & Sarah Puchalski on February 14, 2016 7:00 PM

Message from Sandie, Richie & Sarah Puchalski

February 14, 2016 6:59 PM

Dear Claudia,Ronnie, and Carrie. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you for your loss. Ott was a kind and thoughtful man, and will truly be missed. Margaret and Ott were two of the folks in town to make our family feel like Wachapreague was home, and they will always hold a special place in our hearts, God Bless

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:06 PM

Thank you. Wachapreague will never be the same for us.

A candle was lit by Gary and Donna on February 13, 2016 9:51 PM

Message from Gary Callaway

February 13, 2016 9:50 PM

Claudia,Ronnie, and Carrie.....Sorry I couldn't get to the service but you all were in my thoughts and prayers. Otto was a good one ! He has called me "Hardrock" since I can remember and I wonder if he knew my real name.? Such memories when mama and daddy , Miss Margaret and Ott went to each others houses for coffee. Ott would always take up for me when I scared you about ghosts and then here comes your mama and gave me heck. So glad he was a part of my childhood and my friend to the day he passed. Take care --Gary

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:12 PM

Hardrock-Thanks for sharing and for your visit.

A candle was lit by David and Jane Stevens on February 13, 2016 4:34 PM

Message from Amber Mears

February 13, 2016 8:53 AM

Claudia, Ronnie, Carrie and the rest of the family--

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May precious memories get you through the days and weeks ahead. We will miss seeing Mr. Ott's truck drive by and that beaming smile of his, he always had a story or fun fact to tell. I'm so glad that the kids and I got to see him two weeks ago. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you guys!

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:19 PM

Thank you. We will miss seeing him drive up also with that ever ready smile.

A candle was lit by Rubie Rew Wright on February 12, 2016 11:06 AM

A candle was lit by Liza Nottingham Soderstrom on February 12, 2016 10:12 AM

Message from Liza Nottingham Soderstrom

February 12, 2016 10:12 AM

Dear Claudia and family,
My sincerest condolences. I always thought the world of your Dad (and Mom) growing up in Wachapreague, they were such nice people. I know he will be missed by many. Prayers for you all at this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Liza

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:20 PM

Thank you.

Message from Robin Parker Sullivan

February 12, 2016 9:59 AM

I'm so sorry to hear about Ott's passing. He and Margaret were wonderful Godparents to me, and I have many sweet memories of dropping by their house as a kid with dad and having fun, spirited visits! My condolences to you all- Ott was truly loved and will be greatly missed.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:21 PM

I loved those "spirited" visits as well!

Message from Greg and Pat Brennan

February 12, 2016 8:06 AM

Mr.Ott was one of the most caring person, a true Southern gentleman that we knew. We will miss him very much at Wards service station. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:22 PM

Thank you. He did love his breakfast friends!

A candle was lit by Greg and Pat Brennan on February 12, 2016 8:03 AM

Message from Becca and Barry

February 12, 2016 7:57 AM

OTT was one of the kindest, funniest, generous, handsome, best story teller and the best cook I have ever known!!
He was a great friend to all and we are truly going to miss him!!
Barry and I love you all.!

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:23 PM

Thank you. He thought a lot of the both of you.

A candle was lit by Terry Kelley on February 12, 2016 7:55 AM

Message from Laurie Konkel

February 11, 2016 11:48 PM

So sorry to hear about Ott. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:23 PM

Thank you.

A candle was lit by Pat and Michelle Harmon on February 11, 2016 11:14 PM

Message from Pat and Michelle Harmon

February 11, 2016 11:13 PM

So sorry to hear about this. Ott was a good, honest man. I remember he and Miss Margaret at the corner store, many good memories from a long time ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Claudia and Ronnie.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:24 PM

Many great memories were made on that corner!

Message from Anne Mathews

February 11, 2016 10:57 PM

Claudia, My most heartfelt sympathy. Ott was such a good man, always that beautiful smile, and a great conversation. Words seem so hollow, but he will surely be missed. My love to you and your family.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:25 PM

Thank you.

Message from Tomeka Watkinson

February 11, 2016 9:50 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Ott's passing. I enjoyed seeing him ride by and stop to share his delicious vegetables. Please find peace in knowing that all the memories will never fade - let those memories make you smile.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:26 PM

Thank you. We have enjoyed sharing our memories and hearing from others.

Message from Linda Thibodeaux

February 11, 2016 9:10 PM

I will miss him riding by and stopping to talk to me while I was out in the yard.. He always had a smile and was so thoughtful. He always had a few words about "Sam" not doing my yard work so it was a ongoing joke. Remember all the good times and hold them tight and he will always be with us. May God Bless you all doing this time

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:27 PM

Thank you so much. He thought so much of both of you!

A candle was lit by Bob and Judy Bilicki on February 11, 2016 8:14 PM

Message from Fred and Sandy Savage

February 11, 2016 7:52 PM

What a wonderful picture of your Dad and what a wonderful smile. Our love and hugs to you

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:27 PM

Thank you.

Message from John Blomquist

February 11, 2016 6:56 PM

He was always so enjoyable to talk to. He will surely be missed.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:28 PM

Thank you for your kind words and hard work at his service.

A candle was lit by Karen Collins on February 11, 2016 6:21 PM

Message from Wanda Guy

February 11, 2016 4:41 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I only met your Dad a few times but he and Stewart thought a lot of each other. God Bess!

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:28 PM

Thank you.

A candle was lit by Ann MIles on February 11, 2016 4:25 PM

Message from Danny, Pat & John Phillips

February 11, 2016 2:11 PM

Claudia, Ronnie and Carrie,
So very sorry to hear of Ott's passing. He was a wonderful person and I thought a lot of him.
I always enjoyed talking with him. He was funny and such a gentleman. Praying and thinking of you all. May God give you peace and comfort. God Bless!!

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:29 PM

Thank you.

Message from Johnny and Cyndi Downing

February 11, 2016 1:59 PM

Claudia, Ronnie and Carrie, we are so very sad to hear this news. We both have lost our Dads. So we are holding all of you very close in our thoughts. What helps mend the hole in your heart will be all the wonderful memories you have. Cherish them and keep them close.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:30 PM

Thank you so much. One of the last things he told me was that no one could take his wonderful memories from him.

A candle was lit by Johnny and Cyndi Downing on February 11, 2016 1:51 PM

Message from Wayne E. Burton and Family

February 11, 2016 1:48 PM

To the Carpenter family,
Mr. Carpenter (Ott) was a fine gentleman. I can see him and my parents (Conaway & Blanche) working together on the lots Mr. Carpenter tended in the town of Wachapreague. I'm sure he, Mrs. Carpenter, C.B. and Mom are in heaven keeping the angels entertained.

Take care and our prayers are with you.

Wayne

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:31 PM

Thank you so much. He thought a lot of you and your family.

Message from Jean Ohge

February 11, 2016 1:40 PM

I'm very sorry to hear about uncle passing although I didn't see him much I thought the world of him he reminded me much of his brother Bert . I will truly miss him and my sympathy to you Claudia

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:32 PM

Thank you.

A candle was lit by Jean ohge on February 11, 2016 1:33 PM

Message from Becky Morgan

February 11, 2016 12:47 PM

so sorry to hear this Claudia and family....What a gentle giant of a man he was...he will surely be missed.

Message from Carrie

February 15, 2016 10:32 PM

He truly was a gentle giant. Thank you.

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 4:28 PM

Thank you very much.

A candle was lit by Becky Morgan on February 11, 2016 12:45 PM

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A candle was lit by Brooke Byrd-Joynes, Tyler Joynes & Mason Joynes on February 11, 2016 12:24 PM

A candle was lit by Sandy KIennedy on February 11, 2016 10:29 AM

Message from Patty Bergquist

February 11, 2016 10:23 AM

I had the pleasure of working with Ott for many years. I became very attached to him. He was such an amazing, kind, sweet & gentle man. I enjoyed our many talks when he came into the office. I will miss him terribly. Claudia, sending lots of love and prayers to you all. I loved your father very much.

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 11:08 AM

Thank you. He was a great story teller!

A candle was lit by Tanya Varney on February 11, 2016 10:08 AM

Message from SHARON DAVIS BONNIWELL

February 11, 2016 9:53 AM

CLAUDIA & FAMILY, I HAVE SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF YOUR DAD AT OUR
CHRISTMAS FAMILY GATHERINGS, YEARS AGO. HIS GOOD NATURE AND LAUGH (ESPECIALL AT YOUR MOM & HER AGRIVATION WITH "TAPED" PACKAGE ISSUES) DIDN'T SEE HIM MUCH LATELY, BUT THE MEMORIES ARE STILL THERE. LOVE TO YOU, SHARON

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 12:20 PM

Such great memories. I have only heard stories of Christmases from long ago but they were quite the event! Thank you.

A candle was lit by Tripp Byrd on February 11, 2016 9:27 AM

Message from Tommy Hines

February 11, 2016 8:40 AM

Enjoyed to see him early mornings at Wards Service Center for breakfast (bacon or scrapple, hard egg, toast). I could always get a smile from him and even a head shake with some of the comments that we had in the mornings. Great man will miss him.

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 12:26 PM

Thank you so much for sharing. He enjoyed swapping stories with the breakfast crew!

Message from Sandi Hickman

February 11, 2016 8:14 AM

I will miss that wonderful smile and the best hugs ever! He always knew how to make you smile. You will be greatly missed Poppa Ott.

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 12:26 PM

So true. Thank you.

A candle was lit by Dean & Sandi Hickman on February 11, 2016 8:12 AM

A candle was lit by Pat & Jimmy Sturgis on February 11, 2016 8:11 AM

Message from Terry Bundick

February 11, 2016 7:48 AM

Claudia, Ronnie, Carrie and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Ott was a wonderful person to everyone. One of a kind! My thoughts and prayers are with you!

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 12:27 PM

Thank you so much.

A candle was lit by Bill & Cindy Bradford on February 11, 2016 7:29 AM

Message from Janice Hart

February 10, 2016 9:01 PM

Claudia, Ronnie & Carrie,I am so sorry to about your Dad. Prayers for you all. Janice

Message from Carrie

February 11, 2016 12:27 PM

Thank you!

A candle was lit by Sam and Susie Parker on February 10, 2016 6:23 PM

Message from Vernon & Cathey Bell

February 10, 2016 5:36 PM

Claudia, Ronnie, Carrie and family, we are so saddened to hear of Ott's passing. He was such a kind person; warm, generous, friendly, interesting to talk with, and fun to be around. He was a very special, gentle man. We loved him, too! Wachapreague will not be the same without him, and he will be greatly missed. Please know that you all are in our hearts and prayers at this sad time. We know you have many, many happy memories, and stories, to help comfort you in the days to come.

Message from Carrie

February 10, 2016 7:20 PM

Thank you so much for your kind words. He thought a lot of both of you, as all of us do!

A candle was lit by Barry & Cindy Lane on February 10, 2016 5:04 PM

A candle was lit by JD & Leslie Bradshaw on February 10, 2016 3:43 PM